National ER & IR Strategy & Advisory Lead

Sharp & Carter HR NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp & Carter HR NSW is seeking a senior Head of Employee and Industrial Relations to lead the national ER and IR advisory service, shaping the strategy and standards for workplace matters across a multi-site business.

You will partner with operational leaders, negotiate alongside Legal, and translate regulatory changes into practical, policy-driven guidance. A strategic, commercially minded leader with extensive ER/IR expertise is sought for a high-impact national role.

Qualifications

• Senior ER/IR experience in large multi-site environments.
• Experience leading enterprise bargaining and engaging with unions and employee representatives.
• Strong knowledge of the Fair Work Act, modern awards and enterprise agreements.
• Proven ability to develop national ER policies, procedures and governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the national ER and IR advisory service with governance to ensure consistent advice across operations.
• Develop and own the national ER/IR strategy, advisory framework and service model in partnership with People Partnering and Operations.
• Provide specialist advice on investigations, grievances, disciplinary and performance processes, restructures and disputes.
• Advise on enterprise bargaining, interpretation of industrial instruments, and support negotiations with business leaders and Legal.
• Guide preparation for matters before commissions, tribunals and courts, coordinating legal support and representation where appropriate.
• Monitor legislative changes and translate into practical policy updates and implementation for leaders.
• Develop national ER policies, templates and case management standards that drive fair and well-documented practice.
• Build capability of operational leaders and People Partners through coaching and guidance.

Skills

Senior ER/IR leadership

Enterprise bargaining

Union engagement

Strategic advisory & governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/IR/Law

Masters in IR or employment law

Job description

Sharp & Carter HR NSW is seeking a senior Head of Employee and Industrial Relations to lead the national ER and IR advisory service, shaping the strategy and standards for workplace matters across a multi-site business.

You will partner with operational leaders, negotiate alongside Legal, and translate regulatory changes into practical, policy-driven guidance. A strategic, commercially minded leader with extensive ER/IR expertise is sought for a high-impact national role.